SmackDown saw two WWE Superstars qualify for Money in the Bank.
Money in the Bank is a few weeks away, and with it comes the Money in the Bank ladder match. This match gives the two winning superstars a briefcase, which, as most fans know, allows them to cash in for a world title opportunity. Currently, the qualifiers are underway, and tonight on SmackDown, two WWE stars have booked their places in the match.
The first of the two stars, representing the Women’s Division, is Giulia. The Beautiful Madness was part of the qualifier that kicked off SmackDown. She took on the likes of Charlotte Flair and the reigning Women’s United States Champion, Zelina Vega. It was a hard-fought match, but she managed to pin Vega for the win.
As for the men, LA Knight came out victorious in a match against Shinsuke Nakamura and Aleister Black. The Megastar was keen on qualifying for the Money in the Bank ladder match, claiming Los Angeles, the PLE’s location, is the city that made him. He was successful, taking advantage of a maneuver from Black to pin Nakamura and seal his spot.
Giulia Wins
LA Knight Wins
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There are still two spots remaining in both ladder matches, so it will be interesting to see which WWE Superstars step up and take them.
WWE has announced that Money in the Bank 2026 will take place in New Orleans
Speaking of Money in the Bank, WWE has made a huge announcement regarding the 2026 edition of the PLE. In light of the controversy surrounding the decision to move WrestleMania 42 away from New Orleans, the Stamford-based promotion has instead announced Money in the Bank for the city.
Triple H appeared in a video on WWE’s official Instagram, where he confirmed that Money in the Bank 2026 will take place in the Crescent City in August 2026. He additionally confirmed that a WrestleMania will take place in NOLA, the details of which will be shared on another date.
It may not be WrestleMania 42, but it’s safe to say that there are exciting times ahead for fans in New Orleans.